Larry Arthur Edwards

He is survived by his children: Kelly Hall and husband Steve of Terre Haute, Kerry Schaffer and husband Mark of Terre Haute, Jeff Edwards and wife Charmaine of Shelbyville, Dana Holman and husband Ernest of Terre Haute, and Brandi Edwards of Bloomington; grandchildren, Brian Hall and wife Jennifer, Matt Hall, Courtney Lockerby and husband Wade, Parker Schaffer, Katlyn Douek and husband Jason, Hilary Todisco and husband Jacob, Hanna Salisbury and husband Jared, Olivia and Laila Holman; great-grandchildren, Tyson and Rylee Hall; Harper, Brighton, and Vivian Lockerby; a brother, James “Jim” Edwards; his granddog, Watson Edwards; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Helen (Adams) Edwards; sisters Elizabeth and Phyllis; and his step-father, Johnnie Sancedio.

Larry graduated from Otter Creek High School in 1954. He served in the Air National Guard. Larry founded Pioneer Pest Control. He was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in North Terre Haute.

Larry met and married Helen Adams, and the two enjoyed life together for many years until her passing in 2015. Together they enjoyed fast cars and loved to dance, especially the Jitterbug. They loved to travel and attend Tom Jones concerts, even as far away as England. Larry enjoyed English and Welsh history. As the family historian, Larry kept pictures and records from past generations. He had a zest for storytelling. Larry’s faith was of great importance to him and he enjoyed the fellowship of his Kingdom Hall family. Larry never let the grass grow under his feet, he kept active and busy up until his last day. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family, including his granddogs. He will be truly missed by all who were blessed to know him.

A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 2 at the North Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3734 N. 25th Street with Tony Griffin officiating. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.thomasfuneralhome.net